To activate/deactivate the Hill start assist system (STI)

While the Hill start assist system is deactivated, when starting on an uphill grade, braking power is not maintained if the brake pedal is released. Start on an uphill grade by using the parking brake.
You can activate/deactivate the Hill start assist system according to the following procedure.
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To decrease the speed (by button)
To decrease the speed (by button)
Push the “SET/COAST” button and hold it
until the vehicle reaches the desired
speed. Then, release the button. The
vehicle speed at that moment will be
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Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded
To improve acceleration and gas mileage, the air conditioner compressor is designed
to temporarily shut off during air conditioner operation whenever the accelerator
is fully depressed such as dur ...
Sounding a panic alarm
To activate the alarm, press the “PANIC” button once.
The horn will sound and the turn signal lights will flash.
To deactivate the panic alarm, press any button on the remote transmitter. If
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